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Accept Ethereum (ETH) payments on your website
Add Ethereum and receive ETH directly to your own wallet — the leading smart-contract network with a huge, engaged holder base, settled non-custodially with no chargebacks.
Why accept Ethereum?
Ethereum is the second-largest cryptocurrency and the backbone of most of the crypto ecosystem — DeFi, NFTs, and thousands of tokens all run on it. Its holders tend to be active, tech-savvy users who transact often, which makes ETH a strong choice for merchants selling digital goods, software, or anything aimed at a crypto-native audience.
Accepting ETH also positions you to accept the many ERC-20 tokens that live on Ethereum, including the stablecoins USDT and USDC. With Crypto IPG, ETH settles straight to a wallet you control.
Ethereum at a glance
| Network | Ethereum (Layer 1) |
|---|---|
| Confirmation time | A block roughly every 12 seconds; a safe payment confirmation is usually a couple of minutes. |
| Typical fees | Variable "gas" fees paid by the customer. Low when the network is quiet, but can rise sharply during peak demand — worth keeping in mind for small purchases. |
| Best for | Tech-savvy customers, NFT and DeFi audiences, and higher-value digital goods where gas fees are a small fraction of the order. |
| Volatility | ETH's price moves. Price in your local currency, or accept a stablecoin on Ethereum to hold value. |
How Ethereum payments work
Customer chooses ETH
They pick Ethereum at checkout and see the exact amount and a QR code.
They pay your wallet
ETH goes directly to your address; our watcher confirms it on-chain in minutes.
You're notified
A signed webhook marks the order paid and emails receipts to both sides.
How to start accepting Ethereum
- Get an Ethereum wallet you control. MetaMask and most multi-coin wallets support ETH — see our wallet guide.
- Create a free Crypto IPG account and add your website or project.
- Paste your ETH receive address into your dashboard.
- Install a plugin or use the API — see integrations or the REST API.
- Send a small test payment before going live.
Ethereum payment FAQ
Why are Ethereum fees sometimes high?
Ethereum uses "gas" fees that rise with network demand. They're paid by the customer, but for small orders you may prefer a low-fee option like USDT on Tron.
How fast do Ethereum payments confirm?
Blocks are produced about every 12 seconds; a safe confirmation is usually a couple of minutes.
Can I accept USDT or USDC on Ethereum too?
Yes. Those are ERC-20 stablecoins on Ethereum. You can accept them alongside ETH — see our USDT and USDC pages.
Do you hold my ETH?
No. Payments go straight to your wallet; Crypto IPG only confirms them on-chain.